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By their very nature, hardware and lumber retailers are vital during severe weather events, providing necessary supplies that prevent and repair damage from storms. Due to an increase in extreme weather like winter storms, hurricanes and tornadoes, Emergency Preparedness and …

Though many of us have heard about tax-related phone schemes, not as many realize fraudsters seek to steal from taxpayers via email. In 2018, the IRS received 2,000 reports of phishing incidents seeking tax data from January through October 2018—a …

The National Hardware Show® understands the importance of the Made in USA category to hardware and home improvement retailers, whose customers crave products with the Made in USA seal. Every year at NHS, attendees can browse exhibits in a featured …

A desire for bold geometric and floral patterns that can best be created with wallpaper are reviving an interest in the wallcovering. Art deco designs, large florals and geometric patterns are gaining popularity for use on accent walls, entryways and …

Open storage has been a growing design trend for several years, from shelving that has slowly replaced cabinets in kitchens to the almost museum-like closet displays that highlight shoe collections and more. In 2019, the concept is taken a step …

Industry shows like the National Hardware Show® are a great place to get a look at the latest innovations, trends and designs. In fact, the No. 1 reason most retailers say they attend shows like this is for new products. …

The Danish practice of Hygge (pronounced: HOO-ga) is defined as a feeling or moment that is cozy, charming or special and is especially popular during these dark, winter months. But how does it affect hardware retailers? For the last few …

Mid-century modern design has influenced furniture, cabinetry, trim, flooring, paint and many other building supplies for new and remodeled homes over the past few years (and even decades). The mid-century modern design movement was popular from about 1945 to 1975. …